powerpack DELUXE PPRC12 User manual

Model: PPRC12
1.2 Litre
160969-12
Model: PPRC18
1.8 Litre
160970-12
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PARTS & DESCRIPTION
Plate
Handle
Vapour Hole
Water Storage Box
‘WARM’
Inner Pot
Outer Pot
Body
Warm limit
Heating Plate
‘COOK’
Selector button
Rice ladle Cup Power Cable
This appliance the following features: a removable cord for convenience; large heating
plate to accelerate the heating process; and a non-stick aluminium inner pot. Its safety
features include auto Warm function which automatically changes from ‘Cook’ to
‘Warm’ when the cooking time has expired. It is light, easy to handle, easy to operate,
uses less electricity due to its high energy efficiency, and provides pots of fragrant rice
for many years to come.
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ATTENTION :
Read this booklet carefully as it contains important instructions for a safe installation,
use and maintenance.
Important instructions to be kept for future reference.
The following basic precautions should always be followed when using electrical
appliances:
WARNINGS
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Read all instructions before using the appliance.
This appliance must be used only for the purpose it was expressly designed; any
use NOT complying with the instructions contained in the manual is considered
inappropriate and dangerous. The manufacturer is NOT responsible for possible
damages caused by the inappropriate and/or unreasonable use.
The appliance is designed for cooking rice and heating water only. DO NOT cook
any other food other than rice. DO NOT put other liquids into it. Different liquids
have different boiling points, with volatile liquids having boiling points lower than
100°C, the boiling point of water.
This appliance is NOT suitable to be used in an explosive environment (in the
presence of flammable substances such as gas, vapour, mist or dust, in atmospheric
conditions when, after ignition, the combustion is spread in the air). Items
containing these substances should never be placed in the appliance, and never be
used to clean the appliance in order to avert the risk of fire or explosion.
The packing materials (plastic bags, expanded polystyrene, etc.) must be kept out
of the reach of children or disabled persons since they represent potential sources
of danger.
The installation/assembly of the appliance will be made in accordance with the
indications of the manufacturer. A wrong procedure may cause damages to persons,
animals or objects, for which the manufacturer cannot be considered responsible.
Place and use the appliance on a horizontal, stable and heat-resistant surface.
Before use, check the integrity of the appliance and power cable. In case you are not
sure, contact a qualified person. If the power cable is damaged, it must be replaced
by the manufacturer or its service agent or a qualified technician in order to avoid a
shock hazard.
Before powering the appliance make sure the rating (voltage and frequency)
corresponding to the grid and the socket is suitable for the plug of the appliance,
and that the wall socket is properly grounded.
DO NOT power the appliance using multiple sockets. If possible, avoid the use of
adapters and/or extension cables; if their use is absolutely necessary, use only
materials in compliance with the current safety regulations and according to the
electrical parameters of the adapters.
The appliance must NOT be switched on using external timers and/or other remote
control appliances which are not specified in this manual.
Any accessories NOT recommended by the manufacturer may cause injuries to
persons. During use and storage, the appliance must be kept at a safe distance from
heat sources (open flame, ovens, heaters, stoves, etc.) or any flammable and/or
potentially explosive substances. 3

Clean the exterior of the appliance with water & detergent with a non-abrasive
sponge.
DO NOT use metal scouring pads.
Place the appliance on a flat, dry surface. Remove the Lid and add water to reach
about 80% the height of the pot. Carefully put back the Lid, attach the power
cable to the appliance and then plug the power cable into electric mains and
switch on. Press the Selector button downwards. The‘Cook’ Indicator light will
illuminate and the heating commences. Once the water begins to boil, switch off
the appliance, unplug the power cable from the electric mains, followed by the
power cable from the appliance Wait for the water to cool after boiling. Discard
the water. Then the appliance is safe to use.
Measure the desired amount of rice with the measuring cup supplied, rinse with
water and put the rinsed rice into the Inner Pot and add water.
Level the rice inside the Inner Pot, wipe the exterior of the pot dry and place the
Inner Pot inside the body of the appliance. Close the Lid securely, plug the power
cable into the electric mains and press the Selector button downwards. The‘Cook’
Indicator light will illuminate and the heating will commence.
When the rice is cooked, the Selector will “pop” up and a “click” sound will be
heard. Simultaneously, the ‘Cook’ Indicator light will be replaced by the‘Warm’
Indicator light. Scoop the rice out after 15 minutes.
cover the appliance during functioning;
obstruct totally nor partially the Lid;
insert objects or body parts inside the protection cover of the appliance;
add water in excess of the “MAX” mark indicated;
maintain the rice for more than 12 hours in the appliance, even in the‘Warm’
mode as it bacteria may start to multiply and the rice will also lose its flavor;
switch the appliance on if the pot is dry - however, should the Inner Pot be found
empty during operation, immediately unplug the power cable and add water to
avoid dry-boil;
heat the Inner Pot by any other means, e.g. heating directly on a gas stove, as the
pot can be deformed as a result;
leave the appliance unsupervised during operation.
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If you are using the appliance for the first time, you should:
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Make sure to remove any label or protective sheet which may prevent its proper
functioning.
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Plug and unplug the power cable with dry hands and hold it firmly. Always unplug
the power cable to avoid overheating and avoid stretching it (DO NOT pull it, tug it
or use it to drag the appliance to which is connected). Before unplugging the
appliance, turn the Selector ‘to ‘Warm’.
During operation, DO NOT touch the appliance with wet body parts, and it is
recommended to have between you and the standing surface, an isolating element
(for example, wearing shoes with rubber soles).
DO NOT soak the appliance in water or other liquids, wash it under the tap, or let
any liquid flow into the internal casing of the appliance to prevent electric shock. In
case of accidental fall in water, DO NOT try to take it out, but first of all unplug
immediately the power cable from the socket.
Place the appliance at a proper distance from the objects or surrounding walls
making sure that its functioning will NOT cause accidental damages. There should
be at least 10 cm of free space from the back, left & right sides, and the top of the
appliance. Never put things on top of the Lid.
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The appliance should NOT be placed on a surface or in the vicinity of objects which
can be damaged by heat, such as carpets or plastics. When using the appliance, the
surface that the appliance is placed upon may become very hot. If the appliance is
operated on wooden furniture, use a protective pad to prevent damage to delicate
finishes.
Avoid placing the power cable on abrasive or sharp surfaces or in positions where it
can be damaged easily.
Always remember to unplug the power cable of the appliance if it is NOT used for a
long period, before storing, cleaning or performing any maintenance operation.
Avoid carrying out operations which are NOT specified in this manual (such as
disassembling and/or altering).
In case of malfunction or anomaly during the functioning, switch off the appliance
immediately, turn off the power and check the cause of the anomaly, if possible,
with the support of a qualified person.
During the period of operation, high temperature steam may escape from the
container. To avoid scalding:
DO NOT
• fill the pot with hot water;
• fill water below 50% & beyond 80% of the maximum volume of the pot;
• allow all of the water to be boiled away;
• remove the lid while heating & ensure that the lid is tightly closely during heating;
• use the appliance to heat oil or melt butter;
• add food with its packaging (plastic wrapper, paper, foil, metal can, etc.) still
attached without first removing the packaging;
• place any container inside the appliance;
• move the appliance using the Lid. Wait until cooking is completed, the power
turned off, then unplug the socket from the electric mains and move the appliance
by holding the Handle carefully;
• touch any part of the appliance except the Lid during‘Cook’ and ‘Warm’ modes,
and just after, the appliance being switched off;
• direct steam at any person or animal & one’s hands and face should be angled
away from the Lid and Vapour Hole at all times.
If smoke is observed coming out of the appliance, unplug the power cable
immediately.
This appliance is intended to be used in households and similar applications,
such as:
• Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
• Dormitories;
• By clients in hotels, motels and other residential environments;
• Bed and breakfast type environment
DO NOT use or store the appliance outdoors. Store and use the appliance only
indoors, or in any case, protected from weathering such as rain, direct radiation of
the sun and dust.
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall NOT
play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall NOT be made by
children unless they are older than 8 and supervised. Keep the appliance and its
cable out of reach of children less than 8 years old.
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1. Measure the desired amount of rice with the measuring cup supplied with this
appliance. Add this to a container such a large bowl or pot. One cup contains
180 ml (about 150 g) of rice.
6. Level the rice inside the Inner Pot and wipe the exterior of the pot dry. If the sides
or bottom of the Inner Pot is wet, when water comes into contact with the Heating
Plate, besides noises emanating from the appliance, it might lead to electrical
malfunctions in the appliance. Place the Inner Pot inside the body of the appliance,
and ensure that contact between the bottom of the pot and the Heating Plate is
evenly distributed. (Rotate the Inner Pot from side to side to achieve this).
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Rinse the rice several times until the water in the container becomes relatively clear.
DO NOT rinse the rice using the Inner Pot supplied. If the pot is used rinsing rice,
the non-stick coating on the surface of the Inner Pot may be removed. The pot may
even be dented and the bottom of the pot may become uneven.
Place and use the appliance on a dry, horizontal, stable and heat-resistant surface.
Put the rinsed rice into the Inner Pot and add water to the corresponding level e.g.
if 3 cups of rice was added, then the water level should each the mark indicating “3”.
This being only a guide, you can add or reduce the amount of water according to
your personal taste. However, DO NOT add water in excess of the “MAX”mark
indicated.
Cups of raw rice added Water added to line on pot
Important Notice
This is NOT the Inner Pot
It is an ordinary container used to rinse the raw rice
HOW TO USE
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4 5 – 5½
6 7 – 7½
8 9 – 9½
10 11 – 11½
12 12 – 12½
14 14 – 14½
15 15 – 15½
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Inner Pot
7. Close the Lid securely to the body of the appliance. If you hear a locking sound, the
connection is secure. DO NOT open the Lid during the cooking of the rice.
8. Attach the power cable to the appliance first. Then plug the power cable into
electric mains and switch on. Press the Selector button downwards. The ‘Cook’
Indicator light will illuminate and the heating will commence. If difficulties are
encountered in pressing the Selector button downwards, DO NOT attempt to force
it down. This difficulty usually occurs when the Inner Pot is not fully inserted into
the appliance, or when cooking has just been completed. If the Selector button is
not pressed, the‘Warm’ Indicator light will illuminate and the Inner Pot and contents
will be kept warm. However, heat energy provided will NOT be hot enough to cook
the rice in the Inner Pot.
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When cooking congee or soup, the instructions are the same. However, when the
cooking is completed, manually PULL UP the Selector button. DO NOT allow the
congee or soup to continue being heated in the “Warm’function, or the congee or
soup will gradually become a paste.
When the rice is cooked, the Selector will “pop” up and a “click” sound will be heard.
Simultaneously, the ‘Cook’ Indicator light will be replaced by the ‘Warm’ Indicator
light.
Keep the rice warm after cooking and let it steam for 15 minutes. This will ensure
that the rice is “fluffy”. However, DO NOT maintain the rice for more than 12 hours in
the appliance, even in the ‘Warm’ mode as it bacteria may start to multiply and the
rice will also lose its flavor.
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Once cooking is completed, switch off the appliance, and unplug the power cable
from the electric mains.
Lift the Lid up. Scoop out the cooked rice from the appliance by using the spoon
provided.
1 Put your hands on the positions as shown in the figure.
Use your thumb to press at the location shown.
The Water Storage Box opens with a “ka”sound.
DO NOT press too hard to prevent water from splashing
out or the device cracking.
2 Carefully remove the Water Storage Box as shown in the
figure.
To empty the Water Storage Box
3 After emptying and rinsing the Water Storage Box,
replace the device as shown in the figure.
4 When the Water Storage Box is correctly aligned in
position, use your thumb to carefully push the device
inwards until a “ka” sound is heard, signifying that the
device is in place.
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HOW TO CLEAN
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Switch off the appliance and unplug the socket from the electric mains when not in
use and before filling, emptying and cleaning the appliance. Allow sufficient time
for the appliance to cool.
Remove the Inner Pot and Lid from the body of the appliance. If some rice is still
present, adding some warm soapy water to the Inner Pot and leaving it to stand for
about 20 minutes might prove helpful in removing the rice later on.
Wash the Inner Pot & Lid using water & detergent with a non-abrasive sponge. Dry
using a soft cloth and allow to air-dry.
DO NOT use metal scouring pads as these will damage the non-stick coating on the
surface of the Inner Pot.
Wipe the exterior of the appliance using a soft, damp cloth or sponge. Remove
stubborn spots with a cloth moistened with mild liquid detergent. DO NOT use
abrasive scouring pads or powders.
Never immerse the body of the appliance in water or other liquids. DO NOT
immerse the body of the appliance in water or other liquids, wash it under the tap,
or let any liquid flow into the internal casing of the appliance to prevent electric
shock.
The Heating Plate may occasionally have grains of rice or other organic materials
stuck to its surface. If left there, contact between the bottom of the pot and the
Heating Plate will NOT be evenly distributed. Use fine sandpaper and gently rub
down the surface. Use a wet washcloth to remove any remaining food particles.
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PROBLEM SOLVING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES HOW TO SOLVE
The Heating Plate is
NOT hot.
Indicator light on
appliance DOES NOT
illuminate.
The Heating Plate is
NOT hot.
Indicator light on
appliance illuminates.
The Heating Plate is
hot, but either the rice
fails to cook properly
or the duration to
properly cook the rice
is too long
Indicator light on
appliance illuminates.
The appliance is NOT
plugged in.
Household power circuit
has blown.
Fuse on appliance has
blown.
Wires connecting the
Heating Plate are loosened.
Electric Thermal-tube is
burnt out.
Plug the appliance into the
electric mains and switch it on.
Press the Selector button
downwards.
Check the household circuit
breaker for any tripped wires.
Call for a qualified electrician.
Send the appliance to the
authorised service centre for
checks.
Duration of cooking is
insufficient.
Grains of rice or other
organic materials stuck to
the surface of the Heating
Plate.
The Inner Pot or Heating
Plate is deformed.
The Inner Pot contains
insufficient amount of
water.
Lengthen the duration of
cooking in proportion to the
amount of rice being cooked.
Send the appliance to the
authorised service centre for
checks.
Use fine sandpaper and gently
rub down the surface. Use a wet
washcloth to remove any
remaining food particles
Send the appliance to the
authorised service centre for
replacement.
Refill the Inner Pot with water.
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The Heating Plate is
fairly hot, but the rice
fails to cook properly.
Indicator light on
appliance illuminates
intermittently.
Switch on appliance is
damaged.
Send the appliance to the
authorised service centre for
checks.
The Heating Plate is
hot, but the rice turns
brown on cooling.
The Heating Plate is
hot but the Indicator
light on appliance
DOES NOT illuminate.
DOES NOT warm
automatically.
Thermostat has
malfunctioned.
Send the appliance to the
authorised service centre for
checks.
Send the appliance to the
authorised service centre for
checks.
Indicator Light on
appliance is damaged.
Send the appliance to the
service centre for checks.
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This appliance, along with all other electronic appliances, should, when it is no longer capable of
functioning, be disposed with the least possible environmental damage according to the local
regulations in your area. In most cases you can discard the appliance at your local recycling centre.
DISPOSAL: Do not dispose this appliance as unsorted municipal waste.
Collection of such waste separately for special treatment is necessary.
Risk of child or animal entrapment
Before you discard this appliance, please remove all doors and leave the shelves inside so that
children or animals may not easily get trapped inside.
ENVIRONMENTAL TIP
Warranty Conditions
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This warranty provides against defective materials and manufacturing faults throughout for
two years from the date of purchase of the appliance. The warranty on the Compressor is 10
years subject to the same conditions as above.
This warranty also does not cover normal wear and tear, replacement of consumable
materials and accessories, and the cost of maintenance of the appliance.
This warranty does not cover the repair or replacement of part/s damaged by misuse,
accidents, negligence, alterations, or modifications in any way, or repairs done by any repair
organisation without the prior consent of PowerPac Electrical Pte Ltd.
Repair and service are to be performed at: 5 Changi South Lane #03-01 Singapore 486045.
A transport fee will be charged for personal doorstep service.
The original purchaser of the appliance must furnish proof of purchase to our Service Centre
with the email or number as registered during submission of warranty when this appliance is
sent for repair/service. Failure to do so may delay the receipt of said repair/service by the
customer.
Under no circumstances whatsoever shall the serial number be erased, defaced or altered by
the customer and/or his representatives, or the dealer and/or his agents. Failure to ensure
this shall invalidate the warranty.
This warranty is deemed to be void if the defect is cause by the attack of household pests,
fire, lightning, natural disasters, pollution, abnormal voltage or the usage of generators.
This warranty is valid in Singapore only.
This warranty will be honoured subject to the customer’s registration of the warranty
inclusive of original invoice or valid purchase receipt. Failure to present these documents will
result in denial of service. However, if the customer still requests that the defective appliance
be repaired, PowerPac Electrical Pte Ltd may, at its discretion, repair the appliance but impose
a labour charge, as well as the costs of the replacement parts, to be borne solely by the
customer.
Please refer to the attached picture for the location of one of our appliance’s serial number,
as an example.
Please complete the on-line registration warranty form available
on our website. There is no further requirement to send us any
hard copy as part of our efforts to save the environment.
In accordance with the terms and conditions of this limited
warranty as stated above, PowerPac Electrical Pte Ltd, at its
expense shall provide free services for the appliance within the
warranty period from its date of purchase from our Authorised
dealers.
WARRANTY
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PPRC12
MODEL
220-240V ~ 50/60Hz
VOLTAGE
500W
POWER
1.2 L
LITRE
PPRC18
MODEL
220-240V ~ 50/60Hz
VOLTAGE
700W
POWER
1.8 L
LITRE
SPECIFICATION
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